Q. 6.91

Question

Identify each of the compounds in problem 6.89 as ionic or molecular.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Answer
  • Magnesium sulphate- Ionic compound  
  • Tin(II)Fluoride - Molecular compound
  • Aluminum hydroxide- Ionic compound.
1Step 1 : Given information

We have been given that,

Magnesium sulphate, Tin(II)Fluoride, Aluminum hydroxide

We need to find the whether they are ionic or molecular.

2Step 2 : Simplify

Magnesium sulphate- Ionic compound  

  • Used as supplement for magnesium .
  • It has crystal structure of monoclinic.
  • odorless, white powder.


Tin(II)Fluoride - Molecular compound.

  • White monoclinic crystalline compound.
  • Used to prevent tooth decay.

Aluminum hydroxide- Ionic compound.

  • Used to treat acid indigestion.
  • Found in nature as mineral gibbsite.